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The musician who leads the annual event cancelled it because of the move to put President Donald Trump’s name on the center without approval from Congress.An annual Christmas Eve jazz concert at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington was cancelled because the center’s Donald Trump-appointed board added the president's name to the building last week.

Xmas Eve blues: Kennedy Center jazz show cancelled over Trump renaming

A woman who once starred in Broadway's "The Lion King" as a child was killed in a stabbing over the weekend, New Jersey officials said.Edison police officers were called to a home on Sunday morning over reports of a stabbing where they discovered 26-year-old Imani Dia Smith, the Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office said in a statement on Tuesday.

Woman who starred in ‘Lion King’ on Broadway as a child is killed in stabbing, officials say

The Packers clinch a spot in the playoffs with the Lions' loss"We’re playing for each other" — Aaron Jones after Vikings beat GiantsAaron Jones spoke after the Minnesota Vikings beat the New York Giants 16-13.The Detroit Lions were hoping for a gift from the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas.

Vikings squash Lions' playoff chances on Christmas Day, force six turnovers

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas messageKing Charles delivered a Christmas message urging unity and referencing the past, encouraging Britons to reflect how communities can come together in times of challenge. The tradition of the monarch’s Christmas broadcast dates back to 1932 and was first delivered by George V. It has since become a staple of the holiday for many Britons.

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas message

The White House will present plans for its ballroom construction at the National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) meeting next month.The “East Wing Modernization Project” was added to the agenda of the Jan. 8 NCPC meeting, during which administration officials will give an “information presentation” on its controversial project.

White House to reveal ballroom project details with planning group in January

Leave it to your girl Hailey Bieber to make casual slides look wildly chic. See her outfit and shop the shoes here.Winter officially started a few days ago, but it's felt like winter in much of the country for more than a month at this point.

PSA to Everyone Who Bought Those Viral The Row and Ugg Slides This Year: This Is What to Wear With Them

Every week for the duration of the 2025 regular season, USA TODAY Sports will provide timely updates to the NFL's ever-evolving playoff picture − typically starting Sunday afternoon and then moving forward for the remainder of the week (through Monday's and Thursday's games or Saturday's, if applicable.

NFL playoff picture Week 17: Detroit Lions try to stay alive on Christmas

Fans of the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things" were upside down with excitement on Christmas Day as they waited to unwrap the present of three brand new episodes Thursday night.Netflix is scheduled to release the second of a three-part drop in the show's final season at 8 p.m.

Netflix drops 3 new episodes of 'Stranger Things' on Christmas Day

Annual report details aggressive new nuclear attack posture, hypersonic missile development and aircraft carrier constructionThe Chinese military is continuing a massive, decades-long arms buildup, including a shift in nuclear force doctrine that increases the danger of a direct attack on the U.S., according to the Pentagon’s annual China military power report.

Massive Chinese military buildup threatens U.S. homeland

When Annette Bammert met Lenny the cat, he had developed the reputation of being the "saddest cat in the shelter." But now she has shared his remarkable transformation from mournful to living his best life.Bammert took in a black-and-white cat named Lenny shortly after Christmas, following the loss of her beloved senior cat, Wilma.

Woman Adopts ‘Saddest’ Shelter Cat—Not Ready for How He Changes Once Home

King Charles continues to put his own stamp on his annual Christmas Day message.Queen Elizabeth often delivered her address from her desk at her Buckingham Palace residence, often with family photographs in view. This year, King Charles recorded his message at the Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.

King Charles breaks tradition with Christmas speech

A dead body washed ashore on Brooklyn’s Brighton Beach on Christmas morning, according to authorities.The victim, a man believed to be in his 50s, was found around 11:20 a.m. Thursday near Brighton 15th Street and Boardwalk East, police and sources said.Grim photos show the corpse lying under a white sheet, just feet from the water.

Dead body washes ashore on NYC beach on Christmas morning

"It’s rare for me to outright reject a name or name trend, but ... "Some parents draw baby name inspiration from sources like family history, geography or even their favorite foods and brands. Others look to literature, music and pop culture. Still others get ideas from a more surprising source: weapons.

This Aggressive Baby Name Trend Is 'Alarming' Experts

It was a different time.As parents we always have an idealized image of what the holidays should look like for our families: everyone in matching pajamas, tons of presents around a massive Christmas tree, smiling faces for the family photo. But everybody knows things rarely go exactly as we hope.

7 Years Ago, Kim Kardashian Spent 1.3 Million On The Perfect Holiday Party. This Year, She Can’t Even Get Her Kids To Take A Picture

Jimmy Kimmel may have wrapped up his final show of 2025, but his criticisms of President Donald Trump have not gone on holiday break.The late-night talk show host spoke to U.K. TV audiences in an alternative Christmas message on Britain's Channel 4, where he said "tyranny is booming" in the United States.

Jimmy Kimmel calls Trump 'King Donny VIII' in UK Christmas message

Clara Vitoria was eaten alive by piranhas after she wandered outside her family's riverside home near the city of Coari in the Brazilian state of Amazonas and fell into the riverEverything we know after two-year-old killed in piranha attack outside family homeA two-year-old girl has tragically died in a horrific accident after falling into a river and being attacked by piranhas outside her family's home in Brazil.

Everything we know about death of girl, 2, eaten alive by piranhas outside home

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell warned his team's Super Bowl window could close at any point after elimination two years ago and watched Detroit's 2025 season end on ChristmasThe Detroit Lions' fleeting 2025 playoff dreams came to a crushing end on Christmas with a grim 23-10 road loss to their division rival Minnesota Vikings.

Dan Campbell's brutal Lions prediction comes true as playoff dream over

The president and his love ones gathered in front of a tree for a pic that contained a very awkward detail.Former President Joe Biden wished followers a “a peaceful and joyful Christmas Eve filled with love” on X Wednesday, but his obscured presence in the family photo drew much of the attention.

Joe Biden's Family Christmas Photo Gets Attention For The Wrong Reason

Christmas Eve is here, and if you still need to make a trip to the store for some last-minute groceries or holiday shopping, you're in luck.That's because most grocery, retail, and restaurant chains will remain open on Christmas Eve, albeit with adjusted hours, and most will shut their doors on Christmas Day.

When does Walmart open and close on Christmas Eve 2025? See store hours

Now that's just nastyA mechanic posted a video stating that he found roaches in the heater of a customer’s vehicle, prompting questions of how this could possibly happen.On Dec. 19, a mechanic (@deth93_) posted a video detailing a “disgusting” repair he had just encountered.

‘We Get Halfway Through…’: Mechanic Works On Elderly Woman’s Heater. Then He Finds Something Unexpected—And Disturbing

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More severe holiday weather is forecast for an already soaked California, with parts of the state bracing for possible additional mudslides and debris flows.Rain from a powerful winter storm that swept across Southern California was tapering off, but another storm system was on the horizon for Christmas Day with showers and possible thunderstorms.

More downpours in store for soaked California with additional mudslides and debris flows possible

BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar will hold the first phase of a general election on Sunday, its first vote in five years and an exercise that critics say will neither restore the country’s fragile democracy undone by a 2021 army takeover, nor end a devastating civil war triggered by the nation’s harsh military rule.

Myanmar will hold its first general election in 5 years as criticism of the military rule mounts

The language of recovery has been part of my life ever since I started attending Overeaters Anonymous meetings in my mid-twenties to attempt to deal with what I had only recently begun to recognize as my binge eating disorder, but it took me longer than I'd like to admit to apply the warning signs I'd learned in O.A.

Why I Quit Smoking Weed—And Other People Are, Too

Unlock the latest Kansas City Chiefs news — direct to your inbox.Travis Kelce walked off the field quietly after the Kansas City Chiefs’ 20-13 Christmas Day loss to the Denver Broncos. As he entered the tunnel at Arrowhead Stadium, for possibly the last time as a Chief, teammates Chris Jones and George Karlaftis were waiting for him.

Travis Kelce’s Teammate’s Subtle Tunnel Gesture Intensifies Retirement Talk

Shoppers looking for an affordable new car in 2025 don’t have many options left, which makes the country’s cheapest new model stand out even more. While most automakers have abandoned the entry-level segment, this budget-friendly compact remains one of the last true bargains on the market, and it’s not just inexpensive.

The cheapest new car in America is more reliable than a Corolla

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

From hidden bottle storage to the perfect punch-stirring surface, see how this clever furniture swap maximizes space without sacrificing styleThe finest home bars serve as more than mere storage for bottles and glassware; they act as a design-led focal point within a living or dining room.A successful home bar requires both generous storage and a practical surface for crafting cocktails.

Goldie Hawn’s Rustic Console Table Is the Sophisticated and Functional Design Alternative to the Traditional Bar Cart – And It's Oddly Replicable

After months of warning that the US could take military action to stop violence against Christians in Nigeria, President Donald Trump announced on Christmas Day that he had done just that – delivering a strike on Islamic State terrorists in the country’s northwest.Nigeria’s foreign ministry confirmed that the two countries had coordinated on the strike, and one presidential adviser said the US and Nigeria were “on the same page in the fight against terrorism.”